Looking for ways to organically control pests in the garden? Learn how to release ladybugs in the garden as an organic pest control.
Ladybugs are beneficial insects that eat aphids, mealybugs, scale, and other soft-bodied insects in the garden. They are attracted to pollen-rich flowers that are light and bright in color.
Refrigerate the ladybugs as soon as you bring them home.
Use adequate release rates. Don't release them all at once.
Ladybugs need a good supply of aphids or another food source. If there isn’t enough for them to eat, they are not going to stay.
Water the areas well where they will be released. Ladybugs are likely very thirsty or dehydrated from being contained. This will encourage them to stay.
Release ladybugs early in the morning or early evening because they will fly away almost immediately if released in the heat of the day.
Release ladybugs at the base of problem plants so they can find food much quicker. And expect most of them to fly away in a few days
Follow along to learn how to release ladybugs for organic pest control.